Government says it will not tolerate any violence against journalists and has urged the Zambia police to expedite the case involving ZANIS staffer Victor Mwila allegedly attacked by suspected United Party for National Development ( UPND), recently.Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Services Permanent Secretary Amos Malupenga says police should fully investigate the case and bring culprits to book so that it serves as warning to would be offenders as the country heads to the polls this Thursday, 12vAugust.Mr Malupenga stresses the importance of providing journalists a safe space as they carry out their duties, especially during and after the elections ahead of results’ release.“Journalists will require special attention because of the role they play and will become more vulnerable not only in the last two days but the days that will follow when election results start coming out. “ So, we want journalists to have the necessary space to exercise their duty responsibly without fear or […]
GOVT WARNS AGAINST ATTACKS ON JOURNALISTS
